Assistant Director -Cyber Crimes Unit
St. Joseph County Prosecutor's Office
South Bend-Mishawaka Region
The Role
This sworn investigative position leads day-to-day operations within a prosecutor-aligned cyber crimes unit, conducting digital forensics examinations, producing detailed investigative reports, collaborating with law enforcement and legal staff, and serving as an instructor for digital forensics training. The role also carries supervisory responsibilities, including interviewing candidates for unit vacancies.
Skills & Experience
Candidates must bring hands-on experience with forensic hardware and software tools, a solid understanding of investigative policies and procedures, and the ability to produce clear, court-ready reports. A commitment to continuous professional development and keeping pace with evolving technologies and methodologies is essential to the position.
Who It Suits
This role suits an experienced digital forensics professional comfortable operating within a law enforcement or prosecutorial environment. Someone who thrives in a collaborative, mission-driven setting, is confident mentoring others, and is ready to take on both technical and supervisory responsibilities will find this position a strong fit.
Typical advertised salary for Digital Forensics roles in United States: $90,000–$154,000 (median $120,000 — from 170 recent listings analysed by Forensic Focus).
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